Comparing L/R Balance – Ramp Tests

I've been drawing up more comparisons of my historical L/R asymmetry, now that I know the source of the issue. Here's a quick comparison of previous ramp tests from the last three seasons, done around the same time of year. January 2016 Red is Left leg power Blue is Right leg power (each measured independently) … Continue reading Comparing L/R Balance – Ramp Tests →

Now I Know Why my Left Leg Burns

At the beginning of July I was finally diagnosed with Iliac Arterial Endofibrosis (IAE) [edit: actually it's more appropriate to call what I have Iliac artery flow limitation]. This is a chronic condition where the main artery delivering blood to one leg becomes constricted or kinked near the hip, limiting blood supply to the lower working … Continue reading Now I Know Why my Left Leg Burns →

Investigating Power Asymmetry using Pedaling Metrics

I've been using a 4iiii Precision Pro dual-sided power meter for the past two seasons. Having a dual-sided power meter has been critical for me, as I have a chronic injury which results in a significant Left/Right power asymmetry. A single-sided power meter that just doubles Left leg power (my weak side) would give me … Continue reading Investigating Power Asymmetry using Pedaling Metrics →